Behavior Change

Associations Between Gestational Weight Gain and Rate of Infancy Weight Gain in Hawaii and Puerto Rico WIC Participants

Abstract Background: Excessive gestational weight gain and rapid infancy weight gain (RIWG) are associated with increased susceptibility to childhood obesity. Since low-income and minority children are particularly at risk, investigation […]

Enhancing Periconceptional Health by Targeting Postpartum Mothers at Rural WIC Clinics

Abstract The overall goal of this pilot quality improvement (QI) intervention was to (1) assess the feasibility of making a WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) systems-level change that added measurement […]

Association of Maternal Depressive Symptoms and Offspring Physical Health in Low-Income Families

Abstract Objectives: The present study sought to examine the association between maternal depressive symptoms and characteristics of offspring physical health, including health status, health behaviors, and healthcare utilization, among low-income […]

Lessons Learned From a Feasibility Study Delivered in 2 WIC Sites to Promote Physical Activity Among Pregnant Latinas

Abstract Objective: To assess the feasibility, including demand for and acceptability of a physical activity (PA) intervention among pregnant Latinas recruited at the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, […]

Weight Loss After Pregnancy: Challenges and Opportunities

Abstract It is important to pay attention to weight management before and between pregnancies, as women have an increased risk of weight gain during the reproductive years. Having a baby […]

Exploring how Brazilian Immigrant Mothers Living in the USA Obtain Information about Physical Activity and Screen Time for their Preschool-Aged Children: A Qualitative Study

Abstract Objective: To explore how Brazilian-born immigrant mothers living in the USA obtain information about physical activity (PA) and screen time (ST) behaviours for their preschool-aged children. Research design Focus […]

Women from Racial or Ethnic Minority and Low Socioeconomic Backgrounds Receive More Prenatal Education: Results from the 2012 to 2014 Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System

Abstract Background: Racial or ethnic and socioeconomic disparities in adverse birth outcomes are well known, but few studies have examined disparities in the receipt of prenatal health education. The objectives […]